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SATURDAY, JULY 11th1:00 pm - 3:45 pm

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm Room 30CDECBLDF: Comics Censorship in 2015Although free expression is seen as a basic human right, censorship is rampant in the United States and around the world. CBLDF executive director Charles Brownstein and editorial director Betsy Gomez present an overview of the censorship crises facing cartoonists in 2015, from the violence and legal prosecution occurring around the globe to domestic attacks on young adult books in libraries and schools across the country. Learn how comics and books are being challenged, and what you can do to fight back.

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm Room 4Comics Uniting Nations: Bringing the World Together Using Words and PicturesComics Uniting Nations brings together an international coalition of comic creators and publishers to spread awareness of the UN's Global Goals for Sustainable Development to millions worldwide as part of The World's Largest Lesson. Josh Elder (founder, Reading With Pictures), Natabara Rollosson (co-founder, Comics Uniting Nations), Sean Southey (CEO, PCI Media Impact), Tracy Edmunds (curriculum director, Reading With Pictures), Ed Roeder (art director, Comics Uniting Nations), and an array of global comics talent offer an in-depth discussion on this historic comics project.

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm Room 28DEDiversity: We Demand Diverse BooksEthnic, religious, gender, racial, physical ability, and sexual diversity are underrepresented in science fiction and fantasy; but these authors are here to tell you that their stories speak for themselves. They seek to create worlds similar to our own, where people from various walks of life are represented and cross paths. Readers will find these authors and the tales they spin as empowering and fascinating as ever. Soman Chainani (School for Good and Evil), Cindy Pon (Serpentine ), Cece Bell (El Deafo), Mariko Tamaki (This One Summer), Scott Sigler (Alive ), and Judd Winick (Hilo: The Boy Who Crashed to Earth) discuss diversity in science fiction and fantasy with David Mariotte of Mysterious Galaxy.

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm Room 7ABImage Comics: Where Creators Own RealityEntertainment is a reflection of each person's reality, and the best entertainment says something about an individual's world. Marc Bernardin (Genius), Ed Brisson (Sheltered), Kelly Sue DeConnick (b***h Planet), Sina Grace (NotMyBad/Self Obsessed), and Brandon Montclare (Rocket Girl) all incorporate the real world into their work in a wide variety of ways. Listen to them talk about the stories we tell ourselves about ourselves.

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm Room 23ABCKill Your Idols: The Anxiety of InfluenceHow do you draw on the work that inspired you without simply imitating it? How do you transform your influences into something fresh? Lev Grossman (The Magicians), Cecil Castellucci (Tin Star) and Marc Bernardin (Genius) discuss the alchemy of transmuting admiration into originality with moderator Douglas Wolk (Reading Comics).

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm Room 14ALittle Lulu and John Stanley Fan GroupOne of the most memorable kids' comics ever created (yet with wide "all-ages" appeal), Little Lulu has generated a worldwide fan following, plus renewed interest in the more obscure works of the great John Stanley. Learn more about this classic comics character, and join in for a scripted reading of a Golden Age Little Lulu story. All are welcome.

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm Neil Morgan Auditorium, San Diego Central LibraryThe Kaiju Kingdom PodcastGodzilla, Gamera, and Pacific Rim are just some of the few kaiju films and franchises to date. In the first ever live podcast show, Jessica Tseang (co-host of The Kaiju Kingdom Podcast, comic book historian) and Chris Eaton (co-host of The Kaiju Kingdom Podcast, editor of The Realm Cast) discuss all things kaiju related with Chris Mowry (writer of Godzilla: Rulers of Earth), Cullen Bunn (writer of Godzilla: Cataclysm, Sixth Gun), and other very special guests. All who attend will receive a limited-edition gift from The Kaiju Kingdom Podcast.

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm Room 9The Super Type of Ira SchnappWould you believe the artist who designed in Roman letters the motto engraved atop New York City's Penn Station post office, "Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night" is the same man who designed the iconic Superman logo? Both are the works of Ira Schnapp (1892-1969), a descendant of stonecutters and hand letterer who defined the "house style" of DC Comics for over 30 years, starting with the Action Comics logo in 1938 and continuing with scores of famous logos for the company, as well as hundreds of house ads that are among some of the greatest examples of hand lettering in the 20th century. Yet, despite all these ubiquitous works, Schnapp's name and legacy are unknown and forgotten. But comic book historian Arlen Schumer (The Silver Age of Comic Book Art) aims to change that with this presentation, based on the currently running Schnapp exhibit he curated and designed for the Type Directors Club of New York.

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:00pm - 2:00pm Room 25ABCTMNT: The Big PanelJoin IDW editor Bobby Curnow, TMNT co-creator Kevin Eastman, writer Tom Waltz, and a very special guest for a look back at the past four years of TMNT comics and a sneak peek at what is to come with new announcements and art.

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:00pm - 2:30pm Room 6BCFCartoon Voices 1The fine art of giving voice to animated characters is again demonstrated by a dais of the best. This year, join Keone Young (Star Wars Rebels, G.I. Joe), Pat Musick (Rugrats, Extreme Ghostbusters), Eric Bauza (Ben 10, The Adventures of Puss in Boots), Jessica DiCicco (Gravity Falls, Pound Puppies), Phil Morris (Green Lantern: The Animated Series, Ultimate Spider-Man) and Josh Robert Thompson (Family Guy, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson). Mark Evanier, as usual, gets these talented folks to demonstrate what they do so well.

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:30pm - 2:30pm Room 8Minimates Mini-Figures: From Ant-Man to ZombiesChuck Terceira (president, Diamond Select Toys) and Jason Wires (prototype painter) discuss what's coming up for the toy line, including a new series based on Marvel Comics, movies and animation; plus The Walking Dead, Gotham, Jay and Silent Bob, Back to the Future, Muppets and more. Zach Oat (marketing supervisor, DST) will moderate a Q&A, reveal new artwork, and award prizes.

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:30pm - 2:30pm Room 24ABCSpotlight on Allie Brosh#1 New York Times bestselling author Allie Brosh (Hyperbole and a Half) discusses her award-winning blog, her work as an artist and a writer, and her new book,Solutions and Other Problems (coming in October), with Felicia Day (Geek & Sundry, author of You're Never Weird on the Internet . . . Almost).

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:30pm - 2:30pm Room 5ABVIZ Media and Perfect Square: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the PastHey, listen! Take up your Master Sword and join VIZ Media staff and special guests for a celebration of one of the best video games of all time, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past. You will get a behind-the-scenes look at the return of the classic graphic novel originally featured in Nintendo Power, answers to your questions, prizes, and more.

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:30pm - 3:00pm Room 2Comic-Con How-To: Drawing with Adam HughesGet drawing tips from acclaimed comics artist Adam Hughes, best known for his covers. He pencils, inks, and colors his own covers, using both traditional and digital mediums. In addition to comics, his work can be found in magazines like Imagine FX and Playboy and on trading and sketch cards for sets like Indiana Jones and Star Wars.

Saturday July 11, 2015 1:45pm - 1:45pm Room 6DEDC Entertainment: My Secret Origin, or How I Broke into ComicsThe comics industry can be tough to break into. Come by for an inside look at how some of DC Entertainment's top talent made their careers crafting the tales of superheroes.

Saturday July 11, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm Room 30CDEBackground for Comic BooksBackgrounds are essential in establishing setting, mood, and personality and have the potential for an abundance of symbolism. This panel will offer loose and quick ways to indicate perspective, shape design, value grouping, and rendering tips and tricks. Bring your recorders, cameras, and sketchbooks and draw along.

Saturday July 11, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm Neil Morgan Auditorium, San Diego Central LibraryChildren of Tendu LiveJavier Grillo-Marxuach and Jose Molina, writer/producers of Lost, Firefly, Agent Carter and The 100 discuss their journey in the entertainment industry. Whether you're a fan of the shows they have written, their fearlessly honest podcast, or are simply curious about how genre TV is made, the Children of Tendu are here to answer all your questions about how your favorite shows come to be.

Saturday July 11, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm Room 25ABCHigh Def Horror: Hammer Horror Meets HarryhausenWarner Archive and Trailers From Hell combine forces to sneak a peek at some exciting upcoming releases that will please fans of Hammer films and the legendary Ray Harryhausen. Award-winning director Joe Dante joins Warner Archive Podcast hosts George Feltenstein, D. W. Ferranti, and Matthew Patterson to discuss such classics as The Beast from 20000 Fathoms, Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed, Dracula Has Risen from the Grave, Them! and more. As an added treat, Dante will chat about the intricacies of the 1987 hit Innerspace, which Warner Bros. Home Entertainment will be releasing on Blu-ray in 2015. As always, moderator Gary Miereanu will have giveaways for a few select fans.

Saturday July 11, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm Room 23ABCImperial Costuming 101: Dressing to Serve the EmpirePanelists describes the essentials about what it takes to create a costume that meets the standards of quality for entry into the 501st Legion. They will provide an overview of what is involved in creating a costume, the different costume categories, and how much time is involved in creating a costume that is screen-accurate. Experts will demonstrate tips and techniques used for their costume specialty.

Saturday July 11, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm Room 9Keep YA WeirdOne of our favorite things about YA lit is that it's not afraid to be totally weird. Experimental, risky, exciting, and fun-these are the things all our most beloved books have in common, which is why these panelists want to Keep YA Weird. Come discuss and celebrate literary experimentalism and extreme imagination in YA literature with authors Colleen Houck (Reawakened), Rachel Caine (Ink and Bone: The Great Library), Jenny Martin (Tracked), Rachel Hartman (Seraphina and Shadow Scale), and Tom Sniegoski (The Raven's Child). Moderated by Kim Liggett (Blood and Salt).

Saturday July 11, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm Room 7ABSpotlight on Yu-Gi-Oh! and Creator Kazuki TakahashiGet a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the Yu-Gi-Oh! phenomenon and a sneak peek at the third Yu-Gi-Oh! feature film through the eyes of world-renowned manga artist and Yu-Gi-Oh! creator Kazuki Takahashi, and other distinguished panelists. Get the inside scoop on the brand, setting the stage for an all-new Yu-Gi-Oh! feature film in 2016.

Saturday July 11, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego BayfrontThe Awesomes: A Hulu OriginalHulu's hit original series The Awesomes is back! This animated show for adults combines the thrills of comic book storytelling with the hallmark irreverent and inspired comedy of co-creators Seth Meyers (Late Night with Seth Meyers) and Mike Shoemaker (Late Night with Jimmy Fallon). It's the story of the greatest superhero team in history, The Awesomes, and what happens after all the most powerful members leave. In Season 3, the new Awesomes and team leader Prock (Seth Meyers) have finally been accepted by America. Their only problem: The team's founder and Prock's Dad, Mr. Awesome, has returned from space, he's been infected with Dr. Malocchio's evil serum, and he has a plan to destroy his own son's team. Meyers and Shoemaker are joined by cast members for a program and audience Q&A that will include some never-before-seen footage. The third season of The Awesomes premieres this fall on Hulu. It is a Hulu co-production with Broadway Video (Saturday Night Live) and Bento Box Entertainment (Bob's Burgers).

Saturday July 11, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm Room 29ABThe Return of Invader ZimJoin Oni Press, Jhonen Vasquez (creator of Invader Zim), and the legendary creative team of the new Invader Zim comic for world domination and a panel about the revival of this much-loved series.

Saturday July 11, 2015 2:00pm - 3:00pm Room 28DEThe Seven Comic Shop Archetypes: Who Will Triumph, Thrive, and SurviveIn the ever-changing landscape of retail and pop culture, how do the best comic retailers connect with the community and interact with fans? This panel explores the wild world of comic shops, provides analytical (and nostalgic) insights, explores the ever-changing consumer demographic, and asks panelists to forecast the future. They include Joe Field (founder, Free Comic Book Day), Atom! Freeman (Valiant Entertainment), Christina Blanch (Aw Yeah Comics, Ball State), and Glynnes Pruett (Comic Book Hideout). Moderated by Ed Catto (Bonfire Agency).

Saturday July 11, 2015 2:00pm - 3:30pm Room 26ABComics Arts Conference #12: The Poster SessionThe CAC's poster session gives attendees the opportunity to interact directly with presenters. Damien Tomaselli (University of Kwazulu-Natal) examines how the parameters of the comics medium affect the comic book visual rhetoric with reference to print and its transformation and transcendence into digital. Elizabeth Laska, McKenzi Topp, Antonio Hamilton, Daniel Nero, and Ruby Walden (all from the University of Alaska, Fairbanks) evaluate not only how deity characters, such as "The Presence" in DC Comics and God/Jesus in Marvel interact with superheroes and their worlds but also how their actions are dictated by cultural norms and beliefs through time. Martha Althea Webber and Nicole Rehnberg (California State University, Fullerton) discuss how Martin Luther King and the Montgomery Story andMarch memorialize specific events from the Civil Rights Movement while at the same time model tactics of nonviolent action. Timothy Stiven (Canyon Crest Academy), Zac Brown (Canyon Crest Academy), Amanda Toothacre (Carmel Valley Middle School), Adrienne Rozells (Windy and the Spirit Skies), and Arathi Kumar (Windy and the Spirit Skies) present the student-designed graphic novel Windy and the Spirit Skies, and share the process the students and faculty went through to create this project. Scott Daniel Boras (Normandale Community College) offers an examination of the stylistic methods used in Kelly Sue DeConnick and Valentine De Landro's b***h Planet to subversively challenge contemporary gender politics. Kristin M. Tamayo (California Polytechnic State University, Pomona) presents findings from a qualitative case study that collected and analyzed multimodal reading responses from five college students as they read Peter Kuper's 2003 retelling, as well as the original print-based text, of Kakfa's Metamorphosis. Matt Yockey (University of Toledo) and Shani McLoyd (Huron Valley Consultation) consider how longstanding tropes of the superhero genre have been productively integrated into psychiatric treatment of children and young adults dealing with their own trauma. Cathy Leogrande (Le Moyne College) examines what it means to be physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially typical in superhero comics. Shelley Lloyd (Clemson University) explores the ways in which Bucky Barnes's Soviet past, and the political climate of a post-9/11 America, make him an unlikely candidate for the role of America's staunchest patriot and yet ultimately the most fitting choice for a post-9/11 Captain America. Antero Garcia (Colorado State University) and Peter Carlson (Green Dot Public Schools) highlight how interactions between heroes like Hawkeye, Captain Marvel, and Ms. Marvel and their local communities become models of civic engagement for readers. Amber Hancock (California State University, Fullerton) demonstrates how the identity crisis of Invasion's Scottish hero Saltire not only expands to include Scotland itself but also highlights how regional perspectives affect national identity. Annamarie O'Brien (Penn State University) compares the depictions of the female body in the work of women's memoir comics to first-person narratives with female protagonists by men, considering the ways in which the feminine bodies are re-imagined through the unique formal constraints of the medium. June M. Madeley (University of New Brunswick, Saint John) presents a preliminary analysis of interviews conducted with manga readers and anime viewers from outside of Japan to investigate their fan activity, readership, viewing, and meaning-making practices. J. D. Boucher (Western Washington University) analyzes the portrayal of women in the first six issues of Captain Marvel, attending especially to how these representations compare to previous depictions of women in mainstream superhero comics. Jeremiah Massengale (University of the Cumberlands) discusses the types of social issues addressed (and notably absent) from the hundreds of Twilight Zone comics from 1962 to 1979. Allen Thomas (University of Central Arkansas) uses qualitative interviews and thematic coding to highlight what LGBTQ readers find valuable and helpful in reading comics as therapy. Matthew J. Brown (University of Texas at Dallas) analyzes how the recent surge in scholarly attention to William Moulton Marston, the creator of Wonder Woman, shows that comics studies as a field should practice a more deliberate form of interdiscipline. Victoria Minnich ("Accidental Anthropologist") details the outcome of her comics-based intervention in disputes at the Tuna Harbor Dockside Market to show that comics are a powerful mediation tool in which the visual language and tactful humor can result in conflict reduction. Barbara Glaeser (California State University, Fullerton), Debra Ambrosetti (California State University, Fullerton), and Amanda Francis (Crafton Hills College) present the findings of their study on the relationship between comic book reading and feelings of social separation and self-esteem issues. Sean Joseph Shuttleworth, Dillon Hall, and Dylan Weaver (all of Henderson State University) ask whether traumatic experiences shape, motivate, or influence fictional characters and living people in different ways. P. Andrew Miller (Northern Kentucky University) discusses the development of his class on writing the graphic novel and the different exercises he developed for teaching the class and work shopping the student's work. Eric Bruce (Western Oregon University) analyzes Batman and the city of Gotham using the Ecological Model for Health Promotion, a public health model that not only addresses an individual's risk factors but also investigates interpersonal, organizational, community, and public policy norms that create conditions for risk factors; and shows how this model can be used in a classroom environment.

Saturday July 11, 2015 2:30pm - 3:30pm Hall HLegendary PicturesFilmmakers and talent from Legendary's upcoming Warcraft and Crimson Peak, distributed by Universal Pictures, will discuss the innovative slate and present never-before-seen material. Chris Hardwick (AMC's Talking Dead) hosts the panel that will also include surprises from highly anticipated legendary movies, including Great Wall, Krampus, and more.

Saturday July 11, 2015 2:30pm - 3:30pm Room 5ABWander Over Yonder: The Galactic Domination TourJoin creator Craig McCracken along with the stars of the series for a special sneak peek at the epic new season of Disney XD's Wander Over Yonder. What happens when Wander (Jack McBrayer), the friendliest face in outer space, comes up against the vilest villain in the universe, the mysterious Lord Dominator? And what does this fearsome new foe have in store for a suddenly outmatched Lord Hater? And just who the heck is this Dominator guy anyway? So many questions! Find out some answers with exclusive clips from the upcoming season and an audience Q&A. The panel will also feature sneak peeks of Pickle and Peanut and Future-Worm!, two new animated shows coming to Disney XD.

Saturday July 11, 2015 2:30pm - 3:30pm Room 8Writing Engaging Nonfiction ComicsNonfiction comics are a wide and blossoming field, with lots of exciting projects emerging all the time. The genre of nonfiction comics can include biographies of important historical figures, as in Peter Bagge's Woman Rebel: The Margaret Sanger Story; political cartooning, as in Jen Sorensen's short and long-form work for numerous periodicals or long-running web serials about the history of hip hop, as in Ed Piskor's Hip Hop Family Tree. Calvin Reid (senior news editor at Publishers Weekly) will find out what it is that drew them to work in nonfiction and how they make it interesting for their readers.

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:00pm - 3:45pm Ballroom 20Grimm Season 5NBC's hit Friday night series returns to Comic-Con, featuring an exclusive sneak peek from the upcoming fifth season's premiere episode. Nick Burkhardt has faced some insane obstacles, from becoming a zombie to losing his abilities as a Grimm; however, all this pales in comparison to not only losing his mother but also having the love of his life die in his arms. How will Nick cope? Will he find any solace with his new child with Adalind? Join your fellow "Grimmsters" for a panel filled with Wesen, Season 5 themes, and of course, a Q&A session with the cast: David Giuntoli, Russell Hornsby, Silas Weir Mitchell, Reggie Lee, Sasha Roiz, Bree Turner, and Claire Coffee and executive producers/writers Jim Kouf, David Greenwalt and Norberto Barba.

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm Room 14AAdding Special Effects to Cosplay Pictures and VideoThis panel features VFX wizards behind the new film Cosplay Dreams 3D, renowned cosplay photographers and Photoshop artists, and special guest cosplayers. Learn how, using Adobe Photoshop and After Effects, you can add realistic laser beams, fireballs, glowing magical elements, and sci-fi backgrounds that will bring your cosplay photography and videos to the next level.

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm Room 30CDEAdobe Photoshop: Enabling the 3D Printing RevolutionDaniel Presedo (Photoshop) Chris Cox (Photoshop), Nikolai Svakhin (Photoshop), and Brian Haberlin (Witchblade, Anomaly) celebrate 25 years of Photoshop. You can create a 3D design from scratch, load a 3D model from virtually any source, and print to a 3D printer or 3D print service. Find out about automatic mesh repair and automatic generation of support structures and rafts. A discussion and Q&A will follow.

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego BayfrontAnything Goes with John BarrowmanJohn Barrowman (Arrow, Torchwood, Doctor Who) is an entertainer with a capital "E." He sings, he dances, he acts, he presents, he judges; ask him anything!

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm Room 29ABComixology Submit: The Future of Self-PublishingTo date, comiXology Submit has released over 2,000 independent comic books, graphic novels, and manga, from celebrated indie creators such as Shannon Wheeler, Becky Cloonan, and more. John D. Roberts (comiXology co-founder and director of Submit) is joined by breakout Submit superstars Janelle Asselin (publisher, Rosy Press), Jody Houser (Cupcake POW!), Joe Glass (The Pride, Stiffs), Elliot Blake (The Package), and Stephan Franck (Silver) for a tell-all discussion on how you too can create, submit, and reach the ranks of comiXology Submit stardom. Moderated by Chip Mosher (comiXology VP of communications and marketing).

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm Room 7ABDark Horse Takes Over the WorldFrom Hellboy to Fight Club 2, there are a lot of reasons for Dark Horse fans to get excited for the coming year in comics. Dark Horse president and publisher Mike Richardson, along with Dark Horse creators Mike Mignola, Chuck Palahniuk, Jeff Lemire, Eric Powell, and Matt Kindt, bring fans a sneak peek of what to pick up at Comic-Con and beyond.

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm Shiley Special Events, San Diego Central LibraryEvents for Community EngagementAnnual events like Children's Book Week, Star Wars Reads, and Banned Book Week are celebrated at libraries all over the country. How can graphic novels be included in these programs, and introduced to communities through them? Join this conversation with Charles Brownstein (CBLDF), Kuo-Yu Liang (Diamond), Gina Gagliano (First Second), and Kat Salazar (Image). Moderated by Eva Volin (Alameda Public Library).

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm Room 4Friendship, Fandom, and Unexpected Opportunities: Lora Innes and The Making of The DreamerBeing an independent creator is often thought of as a solitary effort. Not so for IDW's Lora Innes. Over the past eight years The Dreamer has gathered a passionate, creative fan community and opened doors to a wide range of professional experiences that extend far beyond comics. Lora Innes (The Dreamer) will be interviewed by her co-host on the Paper Wings Show, Chris Oatley (The Oatley Academy).

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm Neil Morgan Auditorium, San Diego Central LibraryLost Podcast and BeyondFor their 9th SDCC panel, Jay Glatfelter and Jack Glatfelter (The Leftovers with Jay and Jack, Jay and Jack TV) get 'lost' in TV talk. The co-hosts of the popular Lost Podcast with Jay and Jack will discuss ten years of Lost, as well as other TV shows that have filled their Lost void, including The Leftovers, True Detective, and more.

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm Room 6DEOutcast TV Series: A First Look with Robert KirkmanBe the first to get possessed by Outcast! From Cinemax and FOX comes the exclusive first look at the TV adaptation of Robert Kirkman and Paul Azaceta's hit comic book by the same name. Outcast chronicles Kyle Barnes; a young man who has been plagued by demonic possession all his life. Now, with the help of the Reverend Anderson, a preacher with personal demons of his own, Kyle embarks on a journey to find answers and regain the normal life he lost. But what Kyle discovers could change his fate, and the fate of the world, forever. Executive producers Robert Kirkman (The Walking Dead) and Chris Black (Desperate Housewives), cast members Patrick Fugit (Almost Famous, Gone Girl), Philip Glenister (Life on Mars), and Wrenn Schmidt (Boardwalk Empire), and special surprise guests, in a panel moderated by Kumail Najiani (HBO's Silicon Valley) discuss the highly anticipated series and debut a sneak peek of Season 1; coming worldwide in 2016.

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm Room 9Spotlight on Jimmie RobinsonFrom Cyberzone in 1994 to The Empty in 2015, cartoonist Jimmie Robinson has carved out a special place for himself in comics. In this Spotlight presentation moderated by David Brothers (from Image Comics), Jimmie shares the stage with Rob Guillory (Chew), Amanda Meadows (The Devastator), and Jamie Broadnax (BlackGirlNerds.com) for a wide-ranging and fun conversation about living in and around comic books.

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm Room 6AThe Muppet Show Coming to ABCThe Muppets return to primetime television this fall on ABC in a way they've never been seen before! Filmed in a documentary style with cut-to interviews, the Muppets come to life, giving audiences a chance to explore their rich inner lives and intense interpersonal relationships, romances, break-ups, achievements, disappointments, wants, and desires. Co-creators and executive producers Bill Prady (Big Bang Theory) and Bob Kushell (The Simpsons), executive producer/director Randall Einhorn (The Office) and executive producer Bill Barretta (The Muppets) screen the video presentation that inspired the series and discuss the first season of this new, more grown-up Muppet show for kids and adults of all ages. The panel will also feature a few of the brilliant Muppet performers, giving you a rare opportunity to witness them bringing some of your favorite characters to life.

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:30pm - 4:30pm Room 5ABDoctor Who Comics Panel: Year Two, Crossover Event and New Miniseries!Titan Comics gives you a sneak peek at the next chapters for the Doctor in all his incarnations, including sneak peeks at the direction of Year Two featuring the Tenth, Eleventh, and Twelfth Doctors. Writer Cavan Scott and artist Blair Shedd discuss the smash-hit Ninth Doctor miniseries. Writer Paul Cornell (Wolverine) gives you a sneak peek at August's comics crossover event. Writers George Man and Cavan Scott and cover artist Alice X. Zhang take you behind the scenes of the Twelfth Doctor SDCC exclusive short story edition. Plus, witness the reveal of the next miniseries-which Doctor is it going to be? Free Doctor Who comic for all who attend, and prizes to win.

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:30pm - 4:30pm Room 26ABHarvey Kurtzman: The Man Who Created MAD and Revolutionized Humor in AmericaBill Schelly (author) talks to Gary Groth (publisher) about Harvey Kurtzman, editor, artist, and sole writer of the original MAD comic book and magazine-one of the greatest publishing successes of the 20th century. They will cover Harvey's cultural impact, legal battles with MAD publisher William M. Gaines, and much more.

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:30pm - 4:30pm Horton Grand TheatreNerdist: The HiveOutside the cabin, a horde of monsters are wreaking havoc. In the cabin, Adam can't remember who he is or how the world fell apart, because the memories he does have aren't his own. Starring Kathryn Prescott (Finding Carter, Skins), Gabriel Basso (Super 8, The Kings of Summer), and Jacob Zachar (Greek) in a horror experience unlike any other. Get your first look at the next generation of sci-fi horror with director Dave Yarovesky and members of the cast.

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:30pm - 5:00pm Room 2Comic-Con How-To: Draw Your Imagination with Kim Jung GiTake this amazing chance to learn how to draw your imagination on white paper with a black pen. You will realize that you do not need fancy equipment to draw your heart out after seeing Kim Jung Gi's outrageous live drawing. You will get a chance to see an empty canvas transform into a completed scene with human anatomy and perspective in just 90 minutes. Kim Jung Gi is an established artist from South Korea whose artwork has attracted the international attention of millions over the last few years. With mental pictures, he can draw without a photographic reference.

Saturday July 11, 2015 3:45pm - 4:30pm Hall HEntertainment Weekly: Women Who Kick a*sA discussion among fierce, fearless, actresses Gal Gabot (Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice), Gwendoline Christie (Game of Thrones), Hayley Atwell (Agent Carter), Kathy Bates (American Horror Story), and other flat out fantastic females, who will open up about the power and privilege of playing women who redefine the rules and refuse to yield. Moderated by Sara Vilkomerson.

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